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The Carpenter November 15, 2015 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Our Vision Through our Baptism and Eucharist, we are called to love as Christ loves and serve

Our Mission In Jesus Christ, we will grow and flourish through Engaging, welcoming and building community Lifelong faith formation Social justice and

Accountability in using our resources wisely so that we may live life abundantly!

1 The Carpenter November 15, rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Our Vision Through our Baptism and Eucharist, we are called to love as Christ loves and serve as Christ serves. Our Mission In Jesus Christ, we will grow and flourish through Engaging, welcoming and building community Lifelong faith formation Social justice and service to others in need Engaging and understanding the energy and interests of our youth Prayer and worship that deepens our spiritual life Accountability in using our resources wisely so that we may live life abundantly! Children s Liturgy of the Word Children experience the Gospel using age-appropriate readings, songs, skits and activities during the 9:00 Mass on the first Sunday of each month. During Advent at the 9:00 Mass, Children s Liturgy of the Word will be bringing the Gospel to life each week please join us! St. Joseph Catholic Church Libertyville, Illinois 1

Who Will Fill These Shoes? The following message from Archbishop Cupich is being played at all the Masses this weekend.

We need the witness, service, and prayers of religious men and women, who are celebrating this year the Year of Consecrated Life. We also need deacons dedicated to service in the Church and the world.

They come from among us our sons and brothers and friends. God calls them, and we can and ought to echo that call.

The program is Who Will Fill These Shoes? It is open to men ages 16 to 35. It takes place at Mundelein Seminary the day after Thanksgiving. Details for registration are available at www.

2 Who Will Fill These Shoes? The following message from Archbishop Cupich is being played at all the Masses this weekend. Dear friends in Christ, I want to share some important information with you about vocations. Recently, we observed National Vocational Awareness Week. We all have a stake in vocations. We need the witness, service, and prayers of religious men and women, who are celebrating this year the Year of Consecrated Life. We also need deacons dedicated to service in the Church and the world. And, of course, we all of us need priests who will bring us God s Word, celebrate the sacraments, and offer a shepherd s care to God s Church. How will these priests come to us? They come from among us our sons and brothers and friends. God calls them, and we can and ought to echo that call. I want to make you aware of a very special event to foster vocations to the priesthood that has successfully helped young men explore the possibility of serving the Church as a priest. The program is Who Will Fill These Shoes? It is open to men ages 16 to 35. It takes place at Mundelein Seminary the day after Thanksgiving. Details for registration are available at www. Chicagopriest.com. In the course of this one day, participants in Who Will Fill These Shoes? come to a deeper appreciation of the one priesthood of Jesus Christ proclaimed in last week s second reading from the Letter to the Hebrews. They will come to understand how ordained priests serve the priesthood of all the baptized in the Church. They will explore the possibility of making a full and generous commitment, as did the widow in last week s gospel giving all she had. And so, I want to invite the young men aged 16 to 35 who belong to our communities of faith to come to Mundelein the day after Thanksgiving. I also want all our parishioners to encourage and invite young men they think could answer God s call to serve the Church and world as a priest. May we all take up our responsibility for vocations and echo the call that God extends in the Church. - Archbishop Blase J. Cupich Upcoming Events November 19 Holy Hour for Vocations & Eucharistic Adoration, 3-4 p.m. in Church November 19 Family Rosary, 6:00 p.m. November 21 Mass & Breakfast p.6 November 21 Wreath-Making p.7 November 21 Marriage Ministry p.5 November Food Collection for Maristella November 22 Lightworks begins November 22 St. Cecilia Hymn Festival, 7:30 p.m. December 2 Doorways to Christmas Housewalk, Boutique and Luncheon December 5 Euchre Night An Invitation: Is God Calling You? The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius have been referred to as the most amazing prayer you ve never heard of Many who embrace and practice the Exercises find that the meditation and reflection provide a sense of peace that leads to stronger personal relationships, better decision-making, and a closer connection to God. We are offering Lightworks this Advent to introduce the Spiritual Exercises. Each session will include a speaker on a principle of the Exercises and small group sessions to help learn how to pray in the Ignatian style. The first session will be on Sunday, November 22 with Father Trout describing his own experience with Ignatian Spirituality. Also in Advent we will have: December 6 Fr. Brian Welter Nuts and Bolts of Ignatian Prayer December 13 Fr. John Kartje Our Relationship with the Divine December 20 Deacon Jerry Nora God s Love and the Incarnation All sessions will be held in the Loughry Room beginning at 3:00 p.m. and ending by 4:30. To learn more, please us at Runzim@yahoo.com. Parish Wide Photo Directory Update! To commemorate our milestone of the celebration of the Jubilee Year of our Church Building we are asking every member of the parish to participate in a Photo Directory. There is no cost to participate and you will receive a free 8 x 10 inch portrait and a parish directory. We will continue taking appointments on December 22, 23, 29 & 30 and from January 5-9. We ask that each parishioner select an appointment time with the photographer by going to the link on our website home page. You are welcome to bring your pets as well. All the pictures will be taken in the Koenig Center except on January 8 & 9 when they will be taken in the Parish Office. Call the Parish Office at if you have any questions. Please participate in connecting our families through this Parish Directory as we continue creating our next 50-year legacy. Thanksgiving Weekend Notes On Thanksgiving Day and on Friday, November 27, please join us for Mass at 8:30 a.m. There will be no 6:30 a.m. Mass on either day. The parish office will not be open Thursday, Friday or Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend. Thank you. 2

Catholic Campaign for Human Development Next Week What is poverty? Across the globe, it has many faces: hunger, disease, homelessness, and a lack of educational opportunities.

Many of them are struggling to meet their basic needs and provide for themselves and their families on less than $2,000 a month.

CCHD is even making a difference in your neighborhood, helping to fund Most Blessed Trinity Parish as they work toward immigration reform by developing leaders through pathways for citizenship,

3 Catholic Campaign for Human Development Next Week What is poverty? Across the globe, it has many faces: hunger, disease, homelessness, and a lack of educational opportunities. We often associate these realities with images of starving children in Africa and Asia, but did you know that over 650,000 of your fellow Chicagoans are living in poverty right now? Many of them are struggling to meet their basic needs and provide for themselves and their families on less than $2,000 a month. This devastating reality fuels the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD), which works to address the root causes of poverty and empower the poor. CCHD is even making a difference in your neighborhood, helping to fund Most Blessed Trinity Parish as they work toward immigration reform by developing leaders through pathways for citizenship, computer literacy, and Spanish language literacy. This November 21 and 22, join thousands of generous Chicago area Catholics who support the Catholic Campaign for Human Development as it funds organizations doing remarkable work to fight poverty and promote community development in our neighborhoods. For more information, visit: Community Building Housewalk Preview Night It s Back! Housewalk Preview Night on Tuesday, December 1 Get a jump start on holiday fun with an elegant event the evening before the St. Joseph Housewalk. A luxury bus will be your transportation for the evening, as you tour all of this year s beautiful homes. The tour will end at a fun location in Libertyville, where you will enjoy an intimate gathering of fun, food and drink. Tickets are $58.00 per person and include the tour, food & drink and a ticket to use at the Housewalk the following day. Limited tickets are available for this special night you don t want to miss out. There is a limit of 4 tickets per person. Tickets go on sale Monday, November 16 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Formation Center, Room C. For more information on the event, please contact Tiffany Olson at Housewalk Luncheon & Trolley: New This Year! Tuesday, December 2, 11:00 a.m-3:00 p.m. Spend a relaxing afternoon as you enjoy lunch and the St. Joseph Housewalk with friends. Tickets are $48.00 per person and include a Housewalk ticket, transportation and luncheon at a local restaurant. Limited tickets are available for this fun, new event. There is a limit of 4 tickets per person. Tickets go on sale Monday, November 16 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Formation Center, Room C. For more information on the event, please contact Tiffany Olson at Guild Circle News Circles are open to all Guild members all ages, skills, talents & abilities! Monday, November 16 - St. Rose Quilting Circle: 11:00 a.m. at the Formation Center. Participants will need to bring their own sewing machine, rulers, fabric (for personal projects) & notions. An iron, ironing board & cutting mat will be available in the room. There will be time to work on personal projects, charitable projects and also to learn from one another. (Circle leader: Cheryl Craig, ccraig3@swbell.net) Wednesday, November 18 - Ss. Mary & Martha Faith Circle: 1:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph Room at the Parish Office. (Circle leaders: Glenda Braun, dgbraun75@gmail.com or Linda Popeck, lpopeck4@comcast.net) 3 Mothers to Meet This Thursday Bi-monthly Meeting: Join us on Thursday, November 19 from 9:15-11:00 a.m. as we kick off the season of giving. We ll be sharing gift ideas for the friends and family on your Christmas lists as well as meaningful ways to get your kids involved in giving to those in need. We will also have representatives from PADS, One Hope United and Bernie s Book Bank to talk about how our work has helped their charities and how we can continue to support people in need in our community during the holidays and throughout the year. Our bi-monthly meetings are held at the St. Joseph Formation Center at 112 North Milwaukee Avenue. Parking and entry is in the rear of the building. Babysitting is available for $6 for one child and $8 for two or more. Book Club: Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m. The November book club is meeting to discuss What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty. Details on GottaGroup. If you or someone you know would like to join Mothers with Young Children, please contact us at stjoesmyc@ gmail.com. Membership is free and you can be as involved as you like. We d love to have you!

Community Building Please join us in welcoming the following new parish members: Matthew & Katarzyna Dee, Randa Clark and Monika Winters. Welcome to our community of faith! St.

er 5 The next Euchre Night will be on Saturday, Decemb

December Euchre is a little different than the rest of the season.

Joe s Euchre Night is for anyone interested in casual Euchre play, meeting fellow parishioners, munching on snacks, and having some laughs. Players are adults that are singles or couples of all ages.

4 Community Building Please join us in welcoming the following new parish members: Matthew & Katarzyna Dee, Randa Clark and Monika Winters. Welcome to our community of faith! St. Joe s Euchre Night on Saturday, December 5 The next Euchre Night will be on Saturday, December 5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., cards begin at 7:00 p.m. Please note our location: 200 North Milwaukee, Lower Level (the Century 21 Building at the corner of Hurlburt and Milwaukee; enter through Milwaukee Avenue doors). December Euchre is a little different than the rest of the season. Instead of playing for nominal, donated prizes, we invite players to make an optional $5 donation with proceeds going to benefit our Sharing Ministry Project in Moshi, Tanzania. St. Joe s Euchre Night is for anyone interested in casual Euchre play, meeting fellow parishioners, munching on snacks, and having some laughs. Players are adults that are singles or couples of all ages. These are stand-alone events and you re not making any commitment about attending future nights. If you re interested in joining us at our next Euchre Night, or you just have some questions, please send an to Stuart and Fran Skinner at franskinner@ comcast.net Welcome Ministry Needs You! He who receives you receives Me, and He who receives me receives Him who sent me (Matthew 10:40) Have you recently had the opportunity to say Welcome to St. Joe s! and extend a warm handshake? That s all it takes and the reward of adding to our parish family is great. Look at the comments from those already on the Welcome Team: I will contact them this week! Thanks! I love this ministry! This is a cool ministry. More importantly, what have the new parishioners said about our Welcome approach? They were honestly moved by the gesture We have never had a welcome like this before. They were delighted with the basket and the welcome from the parish. Feels very good about Libertyville and the St. Joseph Community. If anyone is interested in helping, please contact Gerry Salzman at gesint49@ gmail.com or call Do You Enjoy the Hospitality of Java with Joe after Mass? The Java team is looking to grow our membership. We could use your help. If being around people puts a smile on your face or maybe you just really like coffee, the Java with Joe team could be just what you re looking for. It s an easy and fun way to serve your community. Contact Java Don Rentsch for more information at Javadonrentsch@gmail.com or Are You Looking for a Ministry That Is Fun and Rewarding? Consider becoming a Greeter, and help us welcome people as they enter the church for Liturgical services. All you need is a pleasant disposition and a smile to extend the kind of greeting that everyone appreciates. For more information about the Greeter Ministry, call John Jurecko at Senior Corner: Community & Parish Activities ST. JOSEPH PARISH SPONSORED Nov Morning Mass and Breakfast. See the Carpenter article for details. LIBERTYVILLE SENIOR COUNCIL SPONSORED EVENTS Nov Birthday Bash LIBERTYVILLE SENIOR CENTER SPONSORED EVENTS Nov Volunteer Appreciation Lunch Nov Thanksgiving Lunch Nov Memory Screening Day See the Senior Update on tables in Narthex for more information. The Library has afternoon movies on Thursday (Cook)or Friday (Aspen) 4

Faith Formation Marriage Enrichment Ministry presents: U & I make M U S I C Come join us for this unique and upbeat Supper & Substance presentation, as Deacon Dave Tiemeier and his wife Shawn are

Couples of all ages will feel refreshed and inspired to keep making beautiful music together! Saturday, November 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the Koenig Center The St.

There is no participation fee, but free-will offerings are always appreciated. To help with planning, please register by November 15 at www.stjoseph-libertyville.

Register now! Religious Education and Family Faith Weaving Seeking a Coordinator of Youth Ministry St. Joseph Catholic Church is currently seeking a full-time Coordinator of Youth Ministry.

Turn in your commitment form at or prior to the Mass (available on Parish website under Youth, then Religious Education).

5 Faith Formation Marriage Enrichment Ministry presents: U & I make M U S I C Come join us for this unique and upbeat Supper & Substance presentation, as Deacon Dave Tiemeier and his wife Shawn are sure to charm as they relate the joys and challenges of various stages in their married life to musical verses. Couples of all ages will feel refreshed and inspired to keep making beautiful music together! Saturday, November 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the Koenig Center The St. Joseph Marriage Ministry will provide the main entrée and we ask you to bring the salads, sides and desserts. Water, coffee and lemonade will be provided. There is no participation fee, but free-will offerings are always appreciated. To help with planning, please register by November 15 at under Ministries/Marriage Enrichment. For more information, call Dave and Glenda Braun Babysitting available upon request for those who preregister. Don t miss it this will be FUN! Register now! Religious Education and Family Faith Weaving Seeking a Coordinator of Youth Ministry St. Joseph Catholic Church is currently seeking a full-time Coordinator of Youth Ministry. For more information regarding this position, please go to: Seventh Grade Commitment Mass: Sunday, November 15 at 5:00. Turn in your commitment form at or prior to the Mass (available on Parish website under Youth, then Religious Education). Following Mass, students are invited to eat a small supper and enjoy class together in the Koenig Center. Parents: attend Mass with your child, then return to pick up students at 7:30 p.m. after class. All families are invited to come together to pray the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary on November 19 at 6:00 p.m. The next Traditional session is November 15/17 - please remember to bring your Turkey Basket items for the Food Pantry. We are in need of substitute Catechists for our Sunday and Tuesday sessions. Please contact Cheryl: or chaluczak@stjoseph-libertyville.org. Are you in high school and seeking Confirmation or another sacrament? Please call the RE office to join us in classes beginning now: Parents, please check your child s folder weekly for updates and class reviews. 5 Marriage Tip of the Week: Have you held hands or hugged your For more Sponsored by the St. Joseph Marriage Enrichment Ministry Men s Ministry Upcoming Events: Thanksgiving Mass/ Breakfast-all men and women are invited. Saturday, November 21 Annual Men s Tend-the-Fire Mass, January 30, 5 pm. ALL MEN OF THE PARISH ARE INVITED More details to follow Sponsored by The Men s Ministry of St. Joseph Parish Family (Teaching) Rosary All families are invited to come and pray the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with us! This event is part of the Religious Education curriculum. November 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the Church.

Faith Formation St. Joseph Catholic School

The Knight Fund enables us to make critical investments in people, programs, facilities and technology, thus ensuring excellence in education while also keeping tuition rates accessible for more

org/supportsjcs or stop by the school office to pick up a pledge form. We thank the parishioners of St. Joseph Parish for considering a gift of any size to support the education of the students of St.

Mike Graham of Landscape Concepts and Religion teacher Mrs. Theresa Unterfenger, students spent the afternoon planting trees, perennials, daffodil bulbs and installing sod.

6 Faith Formation St. Joseph Catholic School Annual Fund The Knight Fund is the annual fundraising initiative that raises money to support each year s operating budget at St. Joseph Catholic School. The Knight Fund enables us to make critical investments in people, programs, facilities and technology, thus ensuring excellence in education while also keeping tuition rates accessible for more families. Gifts are 100% tax deductible and eligible for corporate matching. To learn more or to make a donation, please visit or stop by the school office to pick up a pledge form. We thank the parishioners of St. Joseph Parish for considering a gift of any size to support the education of the students of St. Joseph Catholic School. Faith Formation On Wednesday, November 5, a group of St. Joseph Catholic School students participated in a campus beautification project for the parish and school. Led by Mr. Mike Graham of Landscape Concepts and Religion teacher Mrs. Theresa Unterfenger, students spent the afternoon planting trees, perennials, daffodil bulbs and installing sod. It was a beautiful, sunny fall afternoon, and their hard work will be enjoyed by many for years to come. All Men and Women of the Parish are invited to our ANNUAL FALL THANKSGIVING MASS & BREAKFAST Saturday, November 21-8:30 a.m. Mass, Breakfast following Mass (9:30 a.m.) in Koenig Center Please RSVP to: mdgbyew930@gmail.com and provide your name and the number attending. If you have any questions, call Dennis at Sponsored by the Women s and Men s Councils of St. Joseph Parish. 6

Faith Formation Stop, Drop, and Shop! Want to go holiday gift shopping for your kids? Or maybe you just want to clean up, relax, or get together with friends?

When: Saturday, December 5, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Where: St. Joseph s Koenig Center Who: potty-trained kids ages 3-11 What: crafts, games, face-paint and more!

7 Faith Formation Stop, Drop, and Shop! Want to go holiday gift shopping for your kids? Or maybe you just want to clean up, relax, or get together with friends? Sponsored by the 8th grade Faith Weaving Confirmation Group, to raise money for PADS and other charities, our Stop, Drop, and Shop will let you enjoy your morning however you like! When: Saturday, December 5, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Where: St. Joseph s Koenig Center Who: potty-trained kids ages 3-11 What: crafts, games, face-paint and more! Cost: Pre-registered: $20 for first child, $10 for second, and $5 for each additional child. At the door (space permitting): $25 for first child, $10 for second, and $5 for each additional child (cash only, please). Space is limited, so please sign up now! Reserve a spot by sending an to dropshopstj@gmail.com with your family name and the ages of your children. Final Week to Register for the Advent Wreath Making Event Saturday, November 21 st 3:30pm -4:45pm St. Joseph Koenig Center Join our St. Joseph parish family for activities and crafts centered on Advent as a season of waiting, preparation, and joy. Your family will have fun making a wreath for your home. Wreaths will be blessed in the Koenig Center in time for you to attend 5:00pm Mass. Light refreshments will be served. Cost for materials is $20 per wreath making kit. Each kit contains all you need to make a beautiful wreath for your home. Please register online using this link. Payment can be made using this Give Central link. Contact Christine Gaiden christinegaiden@mac.com or Eileen Glynn-Tucker eglynntucker@gmail.com or with any questions. Please visit our i-volunteer link to volunteer at the Advent Wreath Making Event. Young Adults Wine Tasting Feel lost when ordering or buying wine? Join us to learn a little bit more about wine and spend some time with young adults in your area. Young Adult Ministry Lake County is hosting a wine tasting on Saturday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary of Vernon. Anyone between is most welcome! The cost of the event is $15 and includes wine samples and light refreshments. Babysitting will be provided. RSVP by Wednesday, November 18 by ing yamlakecounty@gmail.com. 7

Youth Social Media Handles for PROJECT JOSEPH Facebook: Instagram: Summer Service Trip Meeting Next Sunday The 2016 High School Teen Summer Appalachia Service Trip Meeting has arrived!

8 Youth Social Media Handles for PROJECT JOSEPH Facebook: Instagram: Summer Service Trip Meeting Next Sunday The 2016 High School Teen Summer Appalachia Service Trip Meeting has arrived! We will be holding our 2016 Appalachia service trip information meeting on Sunday, November 22 in the Koenig Center from 3-4 p.m. We will be sharing some information about our 2015 trip experience to Harlan, Kentucky and also reviewing plans for our 2016 trip, as well as registration requirements. Hope to see you there! The 2016 Appalachia Service Trip will be from July 23 - July 30, If you have any questions, please contact Ron Nickel, nickelr4@gmail.com, or Megan Pavelske, mpavelske@sbcglobal.net. Prayer & Worship Mass Intentions Monday November 16 6:30 Lawrence Byrne and Frank Arcaro 8:30 Ray & Teré Frelk and Jack Madigan Tuesday November 17 6:30 Barbara Laska and Mary Jo Vanscyoc 8:30 Lawrence Causey and Barbara Nield Wednesday November 18 6:30 William Kelleher and Maureen Skinner, wellbeing 8:30 Jack Laux and Alice Kaiser Thursday November 19 6:30 Living & Deceased Members of Hackett Family and Holy Souls in Purgatory 8:30 John Thumel and Doris Sheehan Friday November 20 6:30 The Grosvenor Family and James Warner 8:30 Silas E. Finnestad and Louise Potempa Family Saturday November 21 8:30 Paul F. Obenauf and Joseph & Janet Higgins Sunday All parishioners Baptisms Jack Henry Zimmerman, son of Amanda (Salzman) and Robert Zimmermann, Jr. 8

Prayer & Worship Ministers of Care Available to Visit We notice the change of seasons: the air is getting crisper and the winds are blowing leaves around.

Our Ministry of Care is available to bring Holy Communion to those who cannot make it to Mass, but we need your help.

We visit Catholics in their individual homes as well as at Manor Care, Spring Meadows, Liberty Towers, Winchester House and Advocate Condell Hospital.

Children s Liturgy of the Word on Each Sunday of Advent Children in grades 1-5 are invited to join us for Children s Liturgy of the Word every Sunday during Advent beginning Sunday, November 29 at

9 Prayer & Worship Ministers of Care Available to Visit We notice the change of seasons: the air is getting crisper and the winds are blowing leaves around. Soon we will be in the midst of winter, a limiting season for many who are sick or elderly. The cold and ice present particular challenges for getting out to Mass on the weekends. Our Ministry of Care is available to bring Holy Communion to those who cannot make it to Mass, but we need your help. If you, or someone you love, would like a visit from a Minister of Care, please let us know. We visit Catholics in their individual homes as well as at Manor Care, Spring Meadows, Liberty Towers, Winchester House and Advocate Condell Hospital. Contact the Parish Office ( ) or Arlyss Lasecki ( ) or Judy Salzman ( ). Children s Liturgy of the Word on Each Sunday of Advent Children in grades 1-5 are invited to join us for Children s Liturgy of the Word every Sunday during Advent beginning Sunday, November 29 at the 9:00 a.m. Mass. CLW is an opportunity to experience the Gospel using age-appropriate readings, songs, skits, and activities. Father dismisses the children during the Mass, and we proceed to the Koenig Center for our session. Parents are welcome and invited to come along with their child(ren). Please join us in preparing for Jesus birth during the Advent Season. We look forward to your participation! Please contact Janet Ritter at for more information. Schedules Sunday Masses 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 7:15, 9:00, 10:45 a.m. (10:45 in Church and in Koenig Center), 12:30, 5:00 p.m. Prearranged Baptisms at 1:45 p.m. Saturday Masses 8:30 a.m. (Second Saturdays-Sacrament of Healing at Mass) Weekday Masses 6:30 and 8:30 a.m. or as scheduled. Holy Day Masses: 6:30, 8:30 a.m., Noon, 7:00 p.m. Reconciliation Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon or by appointment. In Memory Please pray for the souls of: Jean Young David Leaman Thomas Faerber Ronald Muno Banns of Marriage Rachel Bichanich & Michael Williams Please Pray for the Sick Jack Mitchell Christopher Carnes Maureen Skinner Jeanette Kaiser Aileen Leidecker Jeanne Huenke James J. Boyle Gary Coutré Juanita Michael Mary Toussaint Catherine Sims Terri Buch Kevin Scanlan James Patrick Genell Ann Kent Crystal Sullivan Rebecca Jeffords Ralph Rossi Cliff Young Peter Sylvester Aidan Kirkpatrick Jose Luis Aguilar Diane LaCrosse Megan Behnke Bridget Shiel Micah Peckels Quirk After 4 weeks, please notify the parish office if your loved one is still in need of our prayers. Presiders Saturday, November 21 5:00 Fr. Hennessey Homilist: Deacon Mudd Sunday, November 22 7:15 Fr. Trout Homilist: Deacon Tiemeier 9:00 Fr. Le Homilist: Deacon Tiemeier 10:45 Fr. Le Homilist: Deacon Kashmar 10:45 KC Fr. Kartje 12:30 Fr. Bozovsky Homilist: Deacon Kashmar 5:00 p.m. Fr. Bozovsky Worship Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities Accessible Washrooms, west side of narthex Hearing Loop for persons with hearing aids Assisted Hearing Devices in sacristy for persons with difficulty hearing Accessible, Powered Door at east end of narthex Ramped north entrances to narthex Accessible Ramp on east side of sanctuary Pew Accessibility on east front side section Pew Accessibility on east front of center section Padded Pew last row, far southeast corner of church Accessible parking spaces north of church along Maple Avenue. 9

Social Justice & Service Winter Clothing Drive for Day Laborers Mundelein seminarians will be collecting winter clothing for day laborers.

In Chicago alone, there are around 1,300 day laborers.

Masses on November 21 and November 22. For more information, call Grant Wilson at 217-473-8434 or email at grantwilson38@gmail.com. St.

The recipients of these beds include children entering foster care, families struggling to set up housing while transitioning from homelessness, 18 year olds coming out of foster care into

10 Social Justice & Service Winter Clothing Drive for Day Laborers Mundelein seminarians will be collecting winter clothing for day laborers. Day laborers are men and women who wait on street corners near large hardware stores, looking to be hired to clean or do construction work when they cannot find full-time work. In Chicago alone, there are around 1,300 day laborers. tennis shoes or work boots (men sizes 6 ½ to 9 ½) winter coats, hats, and gloves jeans (size 31-34) backpacks socks Please leave your donations in the box near the entrance to the church after all Masses on November 21 and November 22. For more information, call Grant Wilson at or at grantwilson38@gmail.com. St. Joseph Bed Drive Donate a bed to help a child or family through a tough time. We recently learned that there is a long waiting list for beds for children and families in Lake County. The recipients of these beds include children entering foster care, families struggling to set up housing while transitioning from homelessness, 18 year olds coming out of foster care into independent living, or families starting over after a tragedy such as a house fire. A St. Joseph parishioner who is a CASA volunteer learned that one of the foster children he advocates for has been sleeping on the floor for the past month. Can you help ease the burden for people in need? Beds, frames, mattresses and bedding will be donated to the St. Mary of Vernon Sharing Hands Furniture Ministry. Call to schedule a Saturday morning pickup. Habitat for Humanity Vision: a world where everyone has a decent place to live Join volunteers from Saint Joseph Parish in our fifth year supporting the Habitat for Humanity affiliate in Waukegan. We will have one more Saturday Build Days this fall, on November 21. This is a great opportunity for parents to work with their teens in service to those in need, and a great way for Carmel students to achieve service hours. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Please sign up to help build a home through Habitat for Humanity by visiting our ivolunteer page: For more information, call Bob Schieffer:

Social Justice & Service Employment Ministry to Meet November 18 Looking for a job during the holidays is a waste of time you should just forget about it until January.

Please join us for a discussion about how to most effectively pursue your career goals during the holidays.

11 Social Justice & Service Employment Ministry to Meet November 18 Looking for a job during the holidays is a waste of time you should just forget about it until January. If this is what you think, you really need to come to our next meeting this is a common misconception that we hear every year! Please join us for a discussion about how to most effectively pursue your career goals during the holidays. Our meeting, entitled Job Search During the Holidays, will be led by Dan Barber and John Russert, highly experienced career transition professionals from our community. Please join us all are welcome! We meet from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Formation Center (112 N. Milwaukee, Libertyville, 60048), Room C. Please enter from the rear of the building. We look forward to seeing you there! The St. Joseph Employment Ministry assists the unemployed and under-employed in the pursuit of personally and professionally fulfilling work. Anyone with a job to fill or an interest in assisting job-seekers is also invited to attend. Meetings are usually held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month and usually feature topical presentations followed by group networking. If you have questions, please contact John Jennings at jfjennings@comcast.net. Employers are invited to post open positions with us by sending an to: StJosephEmploymentMinistry@yahoogroups.com. 11 Thanksgiving Food Collection On November 21 and 22, Maristella is asking you to donate fresh Thanksgiving foods like white potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, bags of cranberries and apples and oranges. We will be distributing these foods plus turkeys and canned goods on November 24 at Maristella. The mission of Maristella is to promote self-sufficiency of homeless women and mothers with children in Lake County by providing assistance with finding safe, clean, affordable housing and providing rent subsidies and educational services. We thank you, and our families are most grateful. Please leave the food in the Narthex after masses on November Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving! God bless you for your generosity. Word of Life Within the family each member is accepted, respected and honoured precisely because he or she is a person; and if any family member is in greater need, the care which he or she receives is all the more intense and attentive. Pope Saint John Paul II, Evangelium Vitae, no Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used with permission. (

12 Accountability Early Deadlines for Carpenter Our printing company, J.S. Paluch, has early deadlines coming up. Taking their deadlines into consideration, the following are parish deadlines. Submissions must be in to Marie Tuohy ) by 12:00 Noon on the following dates: November 29 Carpenter submissions due on Wednesday, November 18 December 27 Carpenter submissions due on Wednesday, December 16 January 3 Carpenter submissions due on Monday, December 21 Stay Connected with your St. Joseph Family! We have options for everyone! Website: Facebook: facebook.com/stjosephlibertyville Newsletter: sign up here Sign up to receive occasional s from St. Joe s. We currently send an out twice a month. OneParish App: Download the app onto your smartphone and sign your family up in the parish directory. Includes faith formation opportunities and links to our parish calendar. Stewardship of Treasure Weekly Offering for October 25, 2015 Current Year Last Year Week Year to Date Week Year to Date Weekend Offering $20,022 $390,268 $19,456 $409,760 Electronic Giving $8,533 $239,687 $30,825 $236,583 Total Collection $28,555 $629,955 $50,282 $646,343 Budget for Collection $41,000 $697,000 Difference $(12,445) $(67,045) St. Joseph Parish is grateful to those who give generously on the weekends and monthly through our automatic contribution program. Thank you to those who regularly and generously give of their treasure as well as those who give of their time and talent to support the work our parish does in the name of Jesus Christ. Learn more at Thoughts on Giving And then they will see the Son of Man coming in the clouds with great power and glory. (Mark 13:26) We will all have that day when we are standing before God and our life is played out like a movie. When this happens and God asks each of us, What have you done with the gifts that I have given you? How will you respond? Etcetera Need Help? Have you been planning to make a change in your life, but you can t find the time and energy? Maybe we can help. The Holbrook Counseling Center of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago provides counseling services at our office in Mundelein and other locations. We have affordable fees, and we accept private pay and/or behavioral health insurance. We are in network with BC/BS PPO. To schedule an appointment, please call Catholic Charities Holbrook Counseling Center at Special Offer for December 3 and January 7 If you or a loved one feels as though hearing loss has had a negative impact on your quality of life, we urge you to schedule a complimentary hearing screening held at St. Joseph s Formation Center from 6:00 7:30 p.m. on December 3 or January 7. Julie Kneip, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology, of Hearing Associates, will conduct the screening, review the results with you, check your ears for wax and provide you with important handouts. Offer available by registration only. To schedule your complimentary screening, please call Hearing Associates, Inc. at Council of Catholic Nurses of Lake County The Council of Catholic Nurses will have an Advent Morning Meeting on Saturday, December 5 at St. Patrick s Church at Wadsworth Road in Wadsworth (in the old church). Mass at 8:30 will be followed by a Potluck Brunch and a talk by Rev. James Merold. Please bring a dish to share. Members are free and guests are $5. Please RSVP by phoning Ginny at All nurses are welcome. 12

St. Joseph Catholic Church 121 E. Maple Avenue, Libertyville, Illinois 60048 Phone 847-362-2073 Fax 847-362-6821 Parish Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.

13 St. Joseph Catholic Church 121 E. Maple Avenue, Libertyville, Illinois Phone Fax Parish Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. info@stjoseph-libertyville.org Website Rev. John Trout, Pastor Rev. Nhat Le, Associate Pastor Rev. Matthew Bozovsky, Associate Pastor Rev. John Hennessey, Pastor Emeritus George Kashmar, Dennis Mudd, David Tiemeier, Deacons Pastoral Staff Mrs. Mary Causey - Director of Social Justice and Service , mcausey@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mrs. Ann Harmon - Parish Office Manager , aharmon@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mr. Dan Harris, Facilities Manager , dharris@stjoseph-libertyville.org Deacon George Kashmar, Pastoral Director of Ministries , gkashmar@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mrs. Chris Keffer, Director of Catechesis , ckeffer@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mr. Gary Martin, Director of Parish Operations , gmartin@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mrs. Kelly McMahon, Director of Technology , kmcmahon@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mrs. Anne Phoenix - Principal, St. Joseph School , aphoenix@stjoseph-libertyville.org Mr. Ron Vanasdlen, MAM, Director of Music , rvanasdlen@stjoseph-libertyville.org Parish Pastoral Council the PPC at info@stjoseph-libertyville.org. Your questions and suggestions are welcome. Members of the Parish Pastoral Council: Fr. John Trout Dan Coughlin Eileen Glynn-Tucker Michael Knight Mike Mulligan Kathleen O Connor (Chair) Gerry Salzman Janine Wilson Parish Finance Council Fr. John Trout Jim Groth Ryan Kasten Bob Killackey Brian Savage Tom Sear (Chair) Bulletin Submissions Submit Carpenter articles to Marie Tuohy (marietuohy@sbcglobal.net) after approval by your Pastoral Staff liaison. Articles must be received by Noon on the Monday before issue date. New Parishioners Welcome! Please stop or call the parish office weekdays from 9:00 to 4:00 p.m. or download registration form on-line at Announcements at Mass Due to Anna Roeser by Noon on Mondays, aroeser@stjoseph-libertyville.org. Guideline: brief 2-3 sentences. Accessibility If you have a disability and require special accommodations at a parish event, please call the parish office. Ministry of Care, Sacrament of the Sick The Sacrament of the Sick is celebrated at 8:30 a.m. Mass on the 2nd Saturday of each month, or by arrangement. Contact the parish office if seriously ill, hospitalized, or homebound. A Minister of Care is available to bring Communion. Guide to Funeral Planning Please call the parish office for assistance from a Bereavement Minister and a funeral planning guide. Stay Connected Website: Facebook: facebook.com/stjosephlibertyville Matrimony Congratulations! Please contact the parish office as soon as you are engaged. 6 months is usually required for marriage preparation. Infant Baptism As an expectant parent, you are invited to the Pre-Baptismal Session three months prior to birth; 7:30 the 2nd Monday of the month. Baptism for School-Aged Children Preparation classes for parents and children begin in September. Call for information and registration. Sacrament of Penance Celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings or by arrangement. Office Hours & Evening Access The Parish Office and Ministry Center at 121 E. Maple Avenue is open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m.-noon on Saturday. The front door of the P.O.M. Center has a keypad for entry into its vestibule area. Anyone hosting a scheduled meeting in the evening or on a weekend is asked to pick up the key for the space they need before 4:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) or by 12:00 Noon on Saturday (for weekend meetings) if you cannot make it by 4:30 (M-F) or by Noon Saturday, please call the office, , before 4:30 (M-F) or Noon Saturday to reserve your key and to get the access code for the vestibule, where the key will be kept. You must return the key immediately after your event by putting it in the same box you obtained it from, NOT in the slot to the left of the door. 13

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16 Breaking Open the Word A Journey to Discipleship Jesus Companions Us Through Scripture 1. Proclaim God s Word. Choose someone to read the Scripture. After reading, there is silence from the group in reverence. 2. Invite Response. Invite individuals to respond to a word, phrase or passage that strikes them in some way. 3. Praise God. After a period of response, close by leading the group in praise of God by praying together the Glory Be. Next Sunday s Gospel John 18: 33b-37 Leader: A reading from the Holy Gospel according to John Response: Glory to You, O Lord Pilate said to Jesus, Are you the King of the Jews? Jesus answered, Do you say this on your own or have others told you about me? Pilate answered, I am not a Jew, am I? Your own nation and the chief priests handed you over to me. What have you done? Jesus answered, My kingdom does not belong to this world. If my kingdom did belong to this world, my attendants Reflection Next week brings the end of another Church year. How appropriate to end it with the celebration of the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe! In the gospel we find the dramatic account of the Jewish people s rejection of Jesus because He was not the kind of king they wanted. He was not the grand and powerful ruler who would conquer all of their earthly foes. Instead, Jesus explained, Mine is not a kingdom of this world. As Christians, we believe in and celebrate Jesus as a loving and humble servant-king who has invited us to live in God s kingdom where we can eat without money and drink without price. We believe in and celebrate Christ the King who has the power to heal our hurt and pain with His unconditional love. We believe in and celebrate Christ the King who leads us to live a life of peace and joy on this Earth and reward us with eternal life if we choose to submit ourselves to Him. Do we? The Jews sought a worldly king, but the world only can offer challenge and struggle. Jesus came as the King of both heaven and earth, promising life in abundance. Every day of our life we are called to celebrate life in Christ the King. For further reflection on Christ s Second Coming, see the Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs and on the Coming of the Kingdom, paragraphs Reflection Questions 1. God sent us Jesus as our King to teach us what the Kingdom of God s love offers us and how to live out our desire for that Kingdom. How do I experience God s love in my life? Do I believe that Jesus can heal all of my wounds? How well do I show my gratitude for God s love for me? 2. As Catholic Christians we believe that the Sacraments provide us with the graces of love and mercy to heal us and strengthen us. Do I see myself as the beloved child of God that I became at my Baptism? What strength do I find in Holy Communion? How do I experience the grace of mercy in Reconciliation? Is the wisdom and strength of my Confirmation still guiding my life? How do I live the graces of Matrimony? Do I see our priests as the blessed and anointed servants of the Lord that they are? Have I prayed for the grace of healing for all receiving the Sacrament of the Sick? 3. Our mission is to make disciples of all nations. What can I do to better know Jesus and prepare myself to share the Good News of the Kingdom with those I encounter in my home, my parish and my community? Readings for the Week would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not here. So Pilate said to him, Then you are a king? Jesus answered, You say I am a king. For this I was born and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Monday: 1 Mc 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63; Ps 119:53, 61, 134, 150, 155, 158; Lk 18:35-43 St. Margaret of Scotland; St. Gertrude Tuesday: 2 Mc 6:18-31; Ps 3:2-7; Lk 19:1-10 St. Elizabeth of Hungary Wednesday: 2 Mc 7:1, 20-31; Ps 17:1bcd, 5-6, 8b, 15; Lk 19:11-28 or (for the memorial of the Dedication) Acts 28:11-16, 30-31; Ps 98:1-6; Mt 14:22-33 Dedication of the Basilicas of Ss. Peter and Paul; St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Thursday: 1 Mc 2:15-29; Ps 50:1b-2, 5-6, 14-15; Lk 19:41-44 Friday: 1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59; 1 Chr 29:10bcd, 11-12; Lk 19:45-48 Saturday: 1 Mc 6:1-13; Ps 9:2-4, 6, 16, 19; Lk 20:27-40 Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sunday: Dn 7:13-14; Ps 93:1-2, 5; Rv 1:5-8; Jn 18:33b-37 16

Carpenter. The. St. Joseph & World Mission Sunday. Our Vision. Our Mission In Jesus Christ, we will grow and flourish through

Carpenter. The. St. Joseph & World Mission Sunday. Our Vision. Our Mission In Jesus Christ, we will grow and flourish through The Carpenter October 18, 2015 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time St. Joseph & World Mission Sunday Our Vision Through our Baptism and Eucharist, we are called to love as Christ loves and serve as Christ serves.